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Continue reading →: The Hidden Cost of Cooling: How Air Conditioning Fuels Climate ChangeAs late summer heatwaves intensify across the globe, air conditioning (AC) has become an indispensable tool for maintaining comfort and protecting public health. Once regarded as a luxury, AC is now considered a necessity in many regions. However, the widespread reliance on cooling technology carries significant environmental consequences.
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Continue reading →: International Whale Shark Day 2025On August 30, 2025, the world will once again come together to celebrate International Whale Shark Day. A global event dedicated to honouring the largest fish in the ocean and raising awareness about their conservation. These gentle giants, often reaching lengths of 12 meters or more, inspire awe with their…
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Continue reading →: International Day Against Nuclear Tests 2025Every year on August 29, the world observes the International Day Against Nuclear Tests. This day serves as a reminder of the devastating impact nuclear weapons testing has had on people, ecosystems, and future generations. In 2025, this day takes on renewed urgency as global tensions and environmental crises intersect,…
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Continue reading →: Ancient Viruses: The Risks of Melting PermafrostIn 2014, scientists revived a 30,000-year-old virus from Siberian permafrost. It didn’t infect humans, only amoebas. But the discovery sent a chill through the scientific community. If one virus could survive tens of millennia, what else might be waiting? Permafrost isn’t just frozen soil. It’s a natural deep-freezer that has…
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Continue reading →: Pakistan’s 2025 Floods: Causes and ConsequencesThe summer of 2025 has brought devastating floods across Pakistan. Beginning in late June, unusually heavy monsoon rains, cloudbursts, and glacial melt combined to inundate large parts of the country. More than 700 lives have been lost, thousands are displaced, and critical infrastructure has been damaged.
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Continue reading →: World Mosquito Day 2025: Addressing Disease and SustainabilityWorld Mosquito Day, observed on August 20 each year, marks the 1897 discovery by Sir Ronald Ross that mosquitoes transmit malaria. A breakthrough that transformed global health. In 2025, the day carries new weight as the world confronts both persistent mosquito-borne diseases and the broader environmental shifts driving their spread.






